Texas Gulf Coast International Education Consortium

TGCIE exists to promote international and intercultural education in Texas' institutions of higher education. The consortium was created to assist in developing collaborative study abroad and exchange programs and offers community colleges greater flexibility and more efficient use of limited resources.

We make overseas experiences a reality for thousands of Texas college students.

The Study Abroad Experience

Student Study Abroad experiences are invaluable for cultural understanding and they also prepare students with skills for future careers.

Instructors utilize a variety of means from student reflection papers, to research papers on specific international topics to document student success. The mission of Study Abroad prepares students as global citizens. Providers assist in the logistics of Study Abroad, allowing faculty to focus on quality instruction.

Community Colleges in Texas

Community colleges across the state of Texas play a crucial role in providing Houston and the Gulf Coast Region comprehensive educational opportunities to all students.

Lone Star College is leading a group of higher education institutions to work together to develop and promote Study Abroad programs.